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Climbers Scale St. Louis Trees in 50th Anniversary Event
Arborists from 22 countries compete in St. Louis during the International Tree Climbing Championship's 50th anniversary.
In brief
Arborists from 22 countries compete in St. Louis during the International Tree Climbing Championship's 50th anniversary. Climbers from 22 countries scale trees in St. Louis for the 50th International Tree Climbing Championship. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Climbers Scale Trees
Nearly 100 arborists in helmets and rope harnesses scaled pine, sweetgum and oak trees in St. Louis park.
50th Anniversary Competition
This year marks the competition’s 50th anniversary with contestants from 22 countries competing over three days.
Events and Skills
Climbers participate in belayed speed climbs, aerial rescue events, and work climbs to simulate real arborist tasks.
E.J. Turner's Perspective
E.J. Turner, a third-generation climber and five-time Midwest winner, says the work climb involves jumping and swinging through trees.
50th Anniversary Celebrations
Organizers plan speeches and keepsakes to mark the 50th anniversary with nods to the first contest in St. Louis.
The bottom line
Climbers from 22 countries scale trees in St. Louis for the 50th International Tree Climbing Championship.
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